1996 Mazda Sentia vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 118 kg more than 1996 Mazda Sentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda Sentia | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Sentia | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3250 mm |
