2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2008 Mazda DrifterX

To start off, both 2008 Honda FR-V and 2008 Mazda DrifterX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 6 kg more than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.

Because 2008 Mazda DrifterX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda DrifterX 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 FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda FR-V 2008 Mazda DrifterX
Make Honda Mazda
Model FR-V DrifterX
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2204 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 0 HP
Torque 340 Nm 257 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.5:1 21.6:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.2 seconds 16.8 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1586 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.4 L/100km 13.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 80 L