2005 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2005 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (191 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante.
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, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (319 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Wrangler | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Wrangler | Levante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |
