2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1995 Mazda 626

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 952 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Terracan 1995 Mazda 626
Make Hyundai Mazda
Model Terracan 626
Year Released 2006 1995
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2162 kg 1210 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 60 L


 

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