1996 Mazda Sentia vs. 2012 Kia Forte

To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 16 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, 2012 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 276 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte.

Because 1996 Mazda Sentia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Mazda Sentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Mazda Sentia 2012 Kia Forte
Make Mazda Kia
Model Sentia Forte
Year Released 1996 2012
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2954 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 158 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 228 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1566 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4481 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1765 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2649 mm


 

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