2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1993 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Mazda Sentia. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 340 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Because 1993 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 1993 Mazda Sentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle, 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 Freestyle (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1993 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Freestyle | Sentia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2860 mm |
