1993 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 17 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 1993 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1993 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda 626 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 626 | GL |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
