1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX is newer by 18 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 728 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, 2012 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | 626 | SRX |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
