1999 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626.
Because 2011 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 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, 1999 Mazda 626 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 3008. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 3008.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 626 | 2011 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 626 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2613 mm |
