1997 Mazda 626 vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 179 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 5 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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
