2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Drifter | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2982 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
