1993 Mazda Sentia vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 18 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1993 Mazda Sentia. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 351 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 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda Sentia | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | Sentia | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1911 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2748 mm |
