1996 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 14 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1197 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, 2010 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Mazda | GMC |
| Model | 626 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3429 mm |
