2001 Acura Integra vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2001 Acura Integra is newer by 1 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura Integra (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura Integra weights approximately 189 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura Integra. 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) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | Integra | 626 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
