2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Drifter | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2901 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |
