2007 Mazda Drifter vs. 2006 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2006 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda Drifter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Korando 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, 2006 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda Drifter | 2006 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | Drifter | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2874 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
