1997 Mazda Sentia vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 10 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Sentia.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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, 1997 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda Sentia | 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sentia | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
