1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 892 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Mazda | GMC |
| Model | 626 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3020 mm |
