1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 7 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1638 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, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 108 L |
