2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (161 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 419 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.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Santa Fe | 626 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |