2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 5 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda Drifter | 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
Model | Drifter | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2606 cc | 5300 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 98 L |