2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 746 kg more than 1998 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | SRX | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
