2002 Ford Explorer vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 720 kg more than 1998 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Ford Explorer (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Explorer | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Explorer | Levante |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2230 mm |