2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 530 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 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Silverado | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2620 mm |
