2008 Mazda DrifterX vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda DrifterX weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda DrifterX | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | DrifterX | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 355 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
