1994 Mazda Sentia vs. 2004 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda Sentia (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 472 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Mazda Sentia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Mazda Sentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Kalos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda Sentia | 2004 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Mazda | Daewoo |
| Model | Sentia | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
