1997 Mazda Sentia vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 16 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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 10 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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu, 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda Sentia | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sentia | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2738 mm |
