1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 14 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1345 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 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Mazda | Jaguar |
Model | MX-5 Miata | XJ |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3157 mm |