2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 11 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda Drifter | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | Drifter | Drifter |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2499 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 21.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |