2001 Acura MDX vs. 1998 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 2001 Acura MDX is newer by 3 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Sentia. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura MDX weights approximately 410 kg more than 1998 Mazda Sentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Acura MDX 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, 2001 Acura MDX 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, 2001 Acura MDX (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura MDX | 1998 Mazda Sentia | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | MDX | Sentia |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |