1990 Mazda 626 vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 626 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 626 | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
