1997 Mazda Sentia vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 15 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 855 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 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda Sentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda Sentia | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | Sentia | X6 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 555 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2933 mm |