2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Taurus | 626 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 6251 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2620 mm |