2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Drifter and 2005 Porsche 996 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (315 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche 996. 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 Porsche 996 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Drifter | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | Drifter | 996 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3589 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1415 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |