2007 Honda Legend vs. 2006 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, 2007 Honda Legend 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda DrifterX.
Because 2007 Honda Legend 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, 2007 Honda Legend 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, 2007 Honda Legend (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. 2007 Honda Legend 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 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Legend | 2006 Mazda DrifterX | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Legend | DrifterX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
