2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Strada 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 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Because 2006 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 2006 Mazda Drifter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Strada, 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, 2006 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Strada | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Strada | Drifter |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2606 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 82 L |