2000 Ford ST 460 vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford ST 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford ST 460 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford ST 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 2005 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 ST 460 (178 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 Nm). This means 2000 Ford ST 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford ST 460 | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | ST 460 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 460 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |