2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2006 Mazda Drifter and 2006 Smart ForFour 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 Smart ForFour (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour 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 Smart ForFour, 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 Smart ForFour (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | Drifter | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1467 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
