2006 Mazda DrifterX vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 5 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda DrifterX.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda DrifterX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda DrifterX | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | DrifterX | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
