2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 670 kg more than 1997 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | Vanquish | 626 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
