1996 Mazda 626 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 367 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 Volkswagen Passat (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 626 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
