2006 Mazda 5 vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626.
Because 1993 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 5 | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 5 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
