2003 Acura CL vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 8 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 375 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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | CL | 626 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
