1998 Mazda 626 vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 14 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1165 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, 2012 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda 626 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | 626 | X6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2933 mm |
