2005 Kia Optima vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, both 2005 Kia Optima 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 2,670 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Optima (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 103 kg more than 2005 Kia Optima.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Optima. 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, both vehicles can yield 245 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Optima | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Optima | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 2499 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1590 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
