2003 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 478 kg more than 1994 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 Hyundai XG 350 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai XG 350 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | XG 350 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
