1998 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Mazda Sentia
To start off, both 1998 Audi A4 and 1998 Mazda Sentia were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Sentia (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Mazda Sentia.
Because 1998 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 1998 Mazda Sentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A4, 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, 1998 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Sentia. 1998 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 1998 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1998 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A4 | 1998 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | Sentia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
