2007 Lexus RX vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX is newer by 9 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 505 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, 2007 Lexus RX (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus RX | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | RX | Levante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2230 mm |
