2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1996 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1996 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, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda CX-9 | 1996 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | CX-9 | Levante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2230 mm |
