2006 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet 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. Both 2006 Hyundai Trajet and 1994 Mazda 626 are equipped with a 1,991 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 661 kg more than 1994 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 Trajet (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Trajet | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Trajet | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
