2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | CR-V | 626 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |