1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2002 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2002 Toyota Avensis is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 698 kg more than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2002 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Avensis |
Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 983 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 61 L |