1993 Mazda Sentia vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 9 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Sentia (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 520 kg more than 2002 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (272 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF. 1993 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 2002 MG TF has manual transmission. 2002 MG TF 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 | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | Sentia | TF |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
