1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1495 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 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (431 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 96 L |
