1997 Mazda 626 vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (315 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 210 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 Porsche 996 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | 626 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
