2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2005 BMW 318

To start off, both 2005 Mazda Drifter and 2005 BMW 318 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,604 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 75 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 BMW 318. 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 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318. 2005 BMW 318 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 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mazda Drifter 2005 BMW 318
Make Mazda BMW
Model Drifter 318
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2604 cc 1995 cc
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 201 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3750 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1395 kg
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 63 L


 

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