2009 Infiniti EX vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2009 Infiniti EX 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti EX (293 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti EX weights approximately 459 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 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti EX | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | EX | Levante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 293 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2230 mm |
