2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 672 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.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Trans Sport | Drifter |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3010 mm |