1995 Mazda 626 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 930 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 626 | ML |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
