2000 BMW 325 vs. 1995 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 BMW 325.
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, 2000 BMW 325 (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 325 | 1995 Mazda Sentia | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 325 | Sentia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |