1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 16 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1011 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, 2010 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Hummer |
| Model | 626 | H3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
