1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2970 mm |