1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 339 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, 2005 Peugeot 407 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 626 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
