2004 Honda Insight vs. 1997 Mazda Sentia

To start off, 2004 Honda Insight 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 91 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 707 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1997 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 1997 Mazda Sentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Insight, 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, 1997 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Honda Insight 1997 Mazda Sentia
Make Honda Mazda
Model Insight Sentia
Year Released 2004 1997
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 999 cc 2953 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 67 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 90 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 853 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 3950 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2860 mm


 

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