1996 Mazda 626 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 11 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
