2009 Infiniti M vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 3 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
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, 2009 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter. 2009 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti M | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
Model | M | Drifter |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2606 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 82 L |