2004 Mazda 6 vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1996 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 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 6 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
