1995 Mazda 626 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 18 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 674 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Mazda | Jaguar |
| Model | 626 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3032 mm |
