1995 Mazda 626 vs. 1999 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 1999 Toyota Avalon is newer by 4 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 471 kg more than 1995 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, 1999 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 1999 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
