2004 BMW 120 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2004 BMW 120 is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 120 weights approximately 145 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, 2004 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 120 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 120 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
