1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 11 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 626 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1193 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
