2000 Hyundai Satellite vs. 1993 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Sentia (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 174 kg more than 1993 Mazda Sentia.
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, 1993 Mazda Sentia (272 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. 1993 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Satellite has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Satellite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Hyundai Satellite | 1993 Mazda Sentia | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Satellite | Sentia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2860 mm |