2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1996 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 13 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Levante weights approximately 238 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 1996 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Expedition | Levante |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2230 mm |