2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,606 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Drifter | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 3606 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
