1998 Mazda Sentia vs. 2002 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Sentia. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 175 kg more than 2002 Chrysler Crossfire.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Chrysler Crossfire (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda Sentia | 2002 Chrysler Crossfire | |
Make | Mazda | Chrysler |
Model | Sentia | Crossfire |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 3195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |