1995 Mazda Sentia vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 16 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1995 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1051 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.
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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mazda Sentia | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Sentia | E-150 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3505 mm |