2007 Mazda 5 vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 5 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 5 | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 5 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
