2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 2 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 2,606 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Drifter | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1298 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1050 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
