2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1997 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1312 kg more than 1997 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 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1997 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Expedition | Levante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2230 mm |
