2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 545 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 Jeep Wrangler (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Wrangler | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Wrangler | Levante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3777 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2230 mm |
