2007 Mazda Drifter vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 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 2,606 cc, 2007 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2007 Mazda Drifter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mazda Drifter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda Drifter | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | Drifter | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |
