1995 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626.
Because 2011 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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, 1995 Mazda 626 (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 626 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2499 mm |
