1996 Mazda 626 vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2000 Toyota Solara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Solara (187 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 405 kg more than 1996 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, 2000 Toyota Solara (283 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | Solara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
