2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2006 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda DrifterX.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda DrifterX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2006 Mazda DrifterX | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | CR-V | DrifterX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2202 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
