1999 Dodge Durango vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata

To start off, both 1999 Dodge Durango and 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Durango (360 HP) has 222 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Durango weights approximately 32 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Durango (559 Nm) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (162 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 1999 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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