2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda Drifter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter. 2009 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 2009 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Drifter | G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 5461 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 96 L |
