1999 Honda Today vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda 626 (100 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 676 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Today | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Today | 626 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |