2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 8 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 902 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.
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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Terracan | Levante |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |