2000 Infiniti I 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 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti I weights approximately 455 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I, 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, 2000 Infiniti I (270 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (245 Nm). This means 2000 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | I | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
