1998 Dodge Copperhead vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Copperhead. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Copperhead would be higher. At 2,699 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Copperhead is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 329 kg more than 1998 Dodge Copperhead.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Copperhead. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Copperhead.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Copperhead | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Copperhead | 626 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2699 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
