1993 Mazda Sentia vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 17 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 2 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 63 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mazda Sentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda Sentia. (272 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mazda Sentia | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Sentia | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2604 mm |