2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 865 kg more than 1994 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 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Explorer | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
