1996 Mazda 626 vs. 2008 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute is newer by 12 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda Tribute (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 2008 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 626 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
