2000 Hyundai XG vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Hyundai XG is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai XG is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai XG (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai XG should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai XG weights approximately 355 kg more than 1995 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, 2000 Hyundai XG (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai XG will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai XG | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | XG | 626 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
