2000 Mazda 626 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda 626 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 626 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
