1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 12 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 678 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mazda 626 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
Model | 626 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1898 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |