1997 Mazda 626 vs. 2005 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 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. At 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 515 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.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 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, 2005 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626. 2005 Mazda B2500 has automatic transmission and 1997 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1997 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda B2500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 2005 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 626 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 4030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2990 mm |
