2005 Infiniti M vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 7 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 475 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.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti M. 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, 2005 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti M | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
Model | M | Levante |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2230 mm |