1997 Mazda 626 vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 would be higher. Both 1997 Mazda 626 and 2005 Honda CR-V are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 295 kg more than 1997 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 626 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
