1998 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 13 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 626 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2970 mm |
