1998 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 is newer by 12 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. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 514 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, 2010 Infiniti G37 (367 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
| Model | 626 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
