2001 Ford EX vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2001 Ford EX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante. 1998 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford EX has manual transmission. 2001 Ford EX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford EX | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | EX | Levante |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 567 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |