2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1997 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Sentia (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 643 kg more than 1997 Mazda Sentia.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1997 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Sprinter | Sentia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2203 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
