2006 Lexus LX vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Lexus LX 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LX (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LX weights approximately 553 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 Lexus LX (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus LX | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | LX | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 60 L |
