2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
