2000 Ford Artic vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Artic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Artic would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Artic weights approximately 233 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2000 Ford Artic (325 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (163 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Artic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2000 Ford Artic has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Artic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Artic | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
