2006 Audi Q7 vs. 1997 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 2006 Audi Q7 is newer by 9 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 684 kg more than 1997 Mazda Sentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda Sentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 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, 2006 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 1997 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | Q7 | Sentia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
