1995 Mazda 626 vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 14 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Subaru Outback (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 626 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
