2002 Mazda 626 vs. 2008 Mazda 2
To start off, 2008 Mazda 2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 2 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 626 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2008 Mazda 2.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Mazda 626 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 2. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 626 | 2008 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 626 | 2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |
