2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Taurus X | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2620 mm |
