1999 BMW X5 vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 1999 BMW X5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1990 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | X5 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
