1998 Mazda Sentia vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 12 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Sentia. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 299 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda Sentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Sentia | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sentia | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 4250 mm |
