2009 Jaguar XK vs. 1994 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1994 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 60 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jaguar XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 1994 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XK | Sentia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
