2006 Mazda DrifterX vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2006 Mazda DrifterX and 2006 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda DrifterX (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda DrifterX should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Because 2006 Mazda DrifterX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mazda DrifterX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda DrifterX | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | DrifterX | Yaris |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |