1998 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 929 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 626 | ML |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2913 mm |
