1993 Mazda Sentia vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Mazda Sentia. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 190 kg more than 1993 Mazda Sentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mazda Sentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda Sentia. (272 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda Sentia | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sentia | Pajero |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |