1993 Mazda Sentia vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 11 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1993 Mazda Sentia. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 779 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 2004 Nissan Armada 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, 2004 Nissan Armada 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda Sentia. (272 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda Sentia | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Sentia | Armada |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3160 mm |
