2008 Jeep Compass vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda Drifter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Compass | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 82 L |
