1997 Mazda Sentia vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia weights approximately 390 kg more than 1997 Mazda Sentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Mazda Sentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia, 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda Sentia | 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sentia | Proudia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |
