1995 Mazda 626 vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Forte (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Forte weights approximately 129 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 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | 626 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1339 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
