2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1994 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1994 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 480 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mazda Sentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1994 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Silverado | Sentia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2860 mm |
