1995 Mazda 626 vs. 1996 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 306 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 306. (112 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 1996 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 626 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
