1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 808 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 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2012 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 626 | Flex |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2995 mm |
