1996 Mazda Sentia vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 13 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 3 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 341 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1996 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (230 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 1996 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sentia | C |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
