2006 Lexus RX vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX 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 3,314 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus RX weights approximately 328 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 RX (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus RX | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | RX | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3314 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
