2006 BMW 325 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 11 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 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 325 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1840 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
