2004 Ford Freestar vs. 1997 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 679 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.
Because 1997 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Ford Freestar (357 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 1997 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Freestar | Levante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2230 mm |
