1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 682 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 2002 Toyota Tundra 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Tundra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3270 mm |