2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 1995 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 7 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, 1995 Mazda Sentia (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 24 kg more than 2002 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda Sentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Dakota. 1995 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Dakota | 1995 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dakota | Sentia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
