2006 BMW X3 vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1993 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 X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | X3 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
