1995 Mazda Sentia vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 12 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1995 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 77 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 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda Sentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (351 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda Sentia | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Sentia | S60 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
