2007 Ford GT 500 vs. 2006 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 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, 2007 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda DrifterX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford GT 500 | 2006 Mazda DrifterX | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | GT 500 | DrifterX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 21.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |