2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 10 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1138 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2620 mm |
