1995 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 16 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1625 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda 626 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 626 | CLC |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |