2006 Mazda DrifterX vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda DrifterX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda DrifterX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda DrifterX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda DrifterX has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda DrifterX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda DrifterX | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | DrifterX | V50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
