1996 Mazda 626 vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 17 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 710 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626. 2013 Toyota Sienna 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. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
