2007 Mazda Drifter vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada 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, 2008 Nissan Armada 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter. 2008 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda Drifter | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Drifter | Armada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 5552 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 106 L |
