2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 10 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1257 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Avalanche | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
