2007 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 10 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Because 1997 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A4. 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, 2007 Audi A4 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1997 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | Levante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2230 mm |
