2006 Mazda DrifterX vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda DrifterX.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,001 Nm) has 744 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda DrifterX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda DrifterX | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DrifterX | SL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
