2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 1993 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 10 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Sentia (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 310 kg more than 2003 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mazda Sentia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Mazda Sentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Mobilio | 1993 Mazda Sentia | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Mobilio | Sentia |
Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |