1995 Mazda 626 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 8 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 2,604 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (174 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 620 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (425 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 626 | E |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
