2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 13 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 866 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | SRX | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
