1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 243 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 626 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.4 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
