1998 Mazda Sentia vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 9 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Sentia. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Sentia.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Sentia | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Sentia | Armada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3140 mm |
