1995 Mazda Sentia vs. 1999 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Montana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 160 kg more than 1995 Mazda Sentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Mazda Sentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Montana, 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, 1999 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda Sentia | 1999 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | Sentia | Montana |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 285 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |