1993 Mazda 626 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 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 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 350 kg more than 1993 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 626 | C |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
