1996 Mazda 626 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 615 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 Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626. 2013 Toyota Venza 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 Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda 626 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 626 | Venza |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2775 mm |