2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1993 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 14 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Mazda Sentia. (159 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 170 kg more than 1993 Mazda Sentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mazda Sentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda Sentia. 1993 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 2007 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2007 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1993 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Canyon | Sentia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
