1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 17 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 329 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 626 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
