1999 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Charger (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Charger weights approximately 267 kg more than 2007 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Charger | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Charger | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
