2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Drifter and 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 92 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 rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Mazda Drifter (257 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Drifter | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1835 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1147 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
