2006 Kia Carens vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 788 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Carens | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Carens | 626 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |