2008 Mazda DrifterX vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 101 kg more than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (314 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda DrifterX | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | DrifterX | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
