1993 Mazda 626 vs. 1999 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 1999 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan X-Trail (146 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626.
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, 1993 Mazda 626 (170 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. (136 Nm). This means 1993 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 1999 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
