1997 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 626 | R |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3216 mm |
