2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 2002 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
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, 2002 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2002 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter. 2002 Toyota Avalon 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 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 2002 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Drifter | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2982 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
