1998 Mazda Sentia vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 14 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Sentia (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Mazda Sentia.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo 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, 2012 Tata Sumo 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 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Sumo. 1998 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 2012 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2012 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda Sentia | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Mazda | Tata |
Model | Sentia | Sumo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2425 mm |