2000 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter

To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 2,499 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 235 kg more than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 2005 Mazda Drifter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Kia Pride Wagon 2005 Mazda Drifter
Make Kia Mazda
Model Pride Wagon Drifter
Year Released 2000 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 2499 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 257 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 1055 kg
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 3010 mm


 

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