2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, both 2006 Mazda Tribute and 2006 Mazda Drifter were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute 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, both vehicles can yield 206 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2006 Mazda Tribute | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | Tribute | Drifter |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2606 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 82 L |