2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1999 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2000 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 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Passat, 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (161 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. (141 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Passat.
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2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1999 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 141 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 77.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |