2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Drifter | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 62 L |
