2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1995 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1995 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 185 kg more than 1995 Mazda Sentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Mazda Sentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1995 Mazda Sentia | |
Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
Model | Santa Fe | Sentia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |