1994 Mazda 626 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 653 kg more than 1994 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mazda 626 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 626 | CL |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 99 L |