2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Vue weights approximately 145 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 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, 2009 Saturn Vue (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter. 2009 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | Drifter | Vue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3490 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1735 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
