2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 150 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Drifter | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 3824 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
