1996 Mazda 626 vs. 2002 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2002 Toyota Allion is newer by 6 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Allion (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Allion weights approximately 140 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.
Because 2002 Toyota Allion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Allion 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, 2002 Toyota Allion (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626. 2002 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 1996 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1996 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 2002 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | Allion |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
