1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1996 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (247 HP @ 4050 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 374 kg more than 1996 Mazda Sentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mazda Sentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (468 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1996 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Sentia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
