1996 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626. 2010 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1996 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1996 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda 626 | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | 626 | Titan |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3560 mm |