2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MCC Smart would be higher. 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 63 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart.
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 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Mazda | MCC |
| Model | Drifter | Smart |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 696 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2370 mm |
