2004 Acura TSX vs. 1996 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2004 Acura TSX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TSX weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Mazda Levante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura TSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Acura TSX (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Levante. 1996 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 2004 Acura TSX has manual transmission. 2004 Acura TSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Acura TSX | 1996 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | TSX | Levante |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |