1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 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 4 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 100 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 626 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
