2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1998 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 8 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 3,898 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Sentia. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Mazda Sentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Mazda Sentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar, 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 1998 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Freestar | Sentia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2860 mm |
