Mazda Sentia HC 3.0 i V6 24V (200 Hp)
Mazda Sentia:
The Mazda Sentia is a mid-size rear wheel drive luxury car that was sold by Mazda in Japan from 1991 to 1999 over two generations. It replaced the Mazda Luce nameplate on the Mazda H platform, and continued the tradition of being Mazda's largest flagship sedan, which had been in production since the late 1960s.
The Sentia was also built under license in South Korea until October 2002 by Kia, at the Hwaseong Plant where it was sold as the Kia Enterprise....(Read more on Wikipedia)
HC Overview:
Mazda Sentia (HC). With 260 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1640 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. The top speed reaches 220 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (200 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Rear-wheel drive layout for enhanced handling and balance.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Mazda |
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| Model: | Sentia |
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| Generation: | HC |
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| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 i V6 24V (200 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 1991 |
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| End of production: | 1996 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 200 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 67.7 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 260 Nm @ 4500 rpm. |
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| Engine displacement: | 2954 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
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| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 90 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 77.4 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Maximum speed: | 220 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.2 kg/Hp, 122 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.3 kg/Nm, 158.5 Nm/tonne |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1640 |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4920 mm mm |
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| Width: | 1795 mm mm |
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| Height: | 1395 mm mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2850 mm mm |
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| Front track: | 1510 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1520 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 4 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 205/65 R15 93 H |
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| Wheel rims size | 6J x 15 ET 50 |
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| Front suspension | Coil spring |
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| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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