1995 Mazda 626 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 9 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 984 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.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 626 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
