2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 545 kg more than 1998 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 Uplander (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Uplander | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2620 mm |
