1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 11 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (110 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 337 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | MX-5 Miata | C-Max |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1626 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2648 mm |