1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1997 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, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Tahoe | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5698 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 129 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2270 mm |