2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1994 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 15 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1994 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 255 kg more than 1994 Mazda Sentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Mazda Sentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1994 Mazda Sentia | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | Town & Country | Sentia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 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 | 1815 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |