1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is newer by 13 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 2,500 cc, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2006 Volkswagen LT 35 HR Panel Van | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | LT 35 HR Panel Van |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 139 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
