2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Durango 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 738 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 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Durango | Drifter |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2499 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 1590 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |