1999 Mazda 626 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 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. Both 1999 Mazda 626 and 2006 Mazda 6 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 200 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 626 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 626 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
