1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2000 Saturn L is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn L (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn L weights approximately 100 kg more than 1994 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 Saturn L (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2000 Saturn L | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | 626 | L |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
