1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 19 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), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 1092 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | 626 | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| 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 | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3042 mm |
