1997 Mazda 626 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 10 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1240 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 626 | GL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3080 mm |
