2006 Lexus IS vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, both 2006 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS (176 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Lexus IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus IS | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Lexus | Mazda |
Model | IS | Drifter |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2231 cc | 2606 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 15.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |