1998 Mazda 626 vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 626 | 106 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
