2003 Mazda MPV vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2003 Mazda MPV 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda MPV (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda MPV weights approximately 370 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 Mazda MPV (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda MPV | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | MPV | 626 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
