2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
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 Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 635 kg more than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Sharan, 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, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (161 Nm). This means 1999 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Sharan |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |