2002 Ford Taurus vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 2002 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Taurus weights approximately 272 kg more than 1998 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, 2002 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Taurus | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taurus | 626 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
