2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Drifter | S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 4266 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 88 L |
