1997 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 14 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 592 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Mazda | Dodge |
| Model | 626 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3053 mm |
