1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 15 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1659 kg more than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |