2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 7 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2013 Nissan Titan 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, 2013 Nissan Titan 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter. 2013 Nissan Titan 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. 2013 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Drifter | Titan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 5600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 106 L |
