1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2005 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2005 Pontiac GTO is newer by 6 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 665 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.
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, 2005 Pontiac GTO (536 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac GTO 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 | 2005 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | MX-5 Miata | GTO |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 536 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |