2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1997 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta 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 38 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 15 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 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1997 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta. 1997 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Ford Fiesta | 1997 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Fiesta | Levante |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2230 mm |