2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Drifter and 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 415 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 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda Drifter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Drifter | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1470 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
