1994 Mazda Sentia vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 16 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 484 kg more than 1994 Mazda Sentia. 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mazda Sentia | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Mazda | Chrysler |
Model | Sentia | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3078 mm |