2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Drifter and 2005 Peugeot 407 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 Drifter (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 407. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mazda Drifter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Drifter | 407 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1749 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1475 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
