2006 BMW 530 vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 530 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
