2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2007 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 2007 Mazda Drifter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe, 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 Hyundai Coupe (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Coupe | 2007 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Coupe | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |
