2000 BMW X5 vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 4 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 765 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, 2000 BMW X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | X5 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
