2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 997 kg more than 1996 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Avalanche | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2620 mm |
