2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1005 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Sprinter | Levante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2230 mm |
