2004 Dodge Ram vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1206 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | Levante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2230 mm |
