2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 381 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V. 2009 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | CR-V | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
