1996 Mazda Sentia vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 14 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 461 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mazda Sentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda Sentia | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
Model | Sentia | Colorado |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |