1995 Mazda Sentia vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 11 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda Sentia (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda Sentia. 1995 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda Sentia | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sentia | Colt |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2834 cc |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2970 mm |
