1997 Mazda 626 vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 12 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 479 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3090 mm |
