2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2006 Mazda Drifter and 2006 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Zafira (138 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira 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, 2006 Opel Zafira, 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, 2006 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Zafira. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Drifter | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 58 L |
