1995 Mazda 626 vs. 2008 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2008 Mazda B4000 is newer by 13 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 122 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, 2008 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 2008 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 626 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
