2006 BMW 530 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 530 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
