2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 25 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sorento | Levante |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2230 mm |