2006 BMW 118 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 BMW 118 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 624 kg more than 1994 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, 2006 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 118 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 118 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
