2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Silverado and 2006 Mazda Drifter were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda Drifter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Silverado | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 82 L |
