2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | SSR | 626 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |