2000 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (184 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda Drifter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Astro 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, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Astro | 2007 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Astro | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
