2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 668 kg more than 1995 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 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | 300 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |
