2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type 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 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 415 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 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | S-Type | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2620 mm |
