2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS 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 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Mazda | Lexus |
| Model | Drifter | IS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |
