2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Azera 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 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Azera (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Azera | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Azera | 626 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3799 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2620 mm |
