1996 Mazda Sentia vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning (236 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 248 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning.
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, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning (305 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm). This means 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Sentia. 1996 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda Sentia | 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sentia | VX Lightning |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2420 mm |
