2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2005 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Drifter and 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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 Pontiac Vibe (170 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 303 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. 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) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 2005 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Drifter | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1803 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1257 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 49 L |
