2004 Honda HR-V vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2004 Honda HR-V 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda HR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda HR-V. 1998 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2004 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda HR-V | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | HR-V | Levante |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2230 mm |
