1999 Mazda 626 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1999 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, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 626 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Mazda | Xedos |
| Model | 626 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
