1998 Ford Maverick vs. 1996 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Sentia (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 1996 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Maverick | Sentia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
