2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (531 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Lumina | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1345 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
