2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 4 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 36 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Quest. 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 2009 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Drifter | Quest |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1554 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
