2005 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, both 2005 Acura MDX and 2005 Mazda Drifter were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 486 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura MDX | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | MDX | Drifter |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2606 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1560 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |