1996 Mazda Sentia vs. 2006 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo is newer by 10 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, 1996 Mazda Sentia (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo. 1996 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indigo 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 | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | Sentia | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
