2008 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-9 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (270 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-9.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda CX-9 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | CX-9 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3726 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
