1993 Mazda Sentia vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Mazda Sentia. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (241 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. 1993 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda Sentia | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sentia | C |
Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |