1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando is newer by 9 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 626 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
