1997 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 339 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 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda 626 | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | 626 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2911 mm |