1996 Mazda 626 vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 7 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 200 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda 626 | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | 626 | 996 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |