1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 12 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 759 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2011 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Mazda | Dodge |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Charger |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |