2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Drifter and 2005 Mazda Tribute were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,606 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 134 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Drifter | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | Drifter | Tribute |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2262 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 207 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1479 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |