1993 Mazda 626 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 10 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 500 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (241 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 626 | E |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 68.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3090 mm |
