1996 Mazda 626 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 10 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, 1996 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 128 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda 626 | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | 626 | Polo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1420 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |