2007 BMW 320 vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 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, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 320 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
