1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 830 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |
