2009 Acura TL vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 11 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 190 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, 2009 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | TL | Levante |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2230 mm |