1997 Mazda Sentia vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 2 kg more than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2012 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda Sentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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, 1997 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda Sentia | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Sentia | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 233 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2659 mm |
