1998 Mazda 626 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 626 would be higher. Both 1998 Mazda 626 and 2007 Toyota RAV4 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1998 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
