2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1998 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 7 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Sentia. (159 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Sentia.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1998 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 1998 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 1998 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Freelander | Sentia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 159 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
