1999 Mazda 626 vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 11 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 1020 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.
Because 2010 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 626 | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Mazda | Lexus |
| Model | 626 | LS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 84 L |
