2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2000 Peugeot 106
To start off, both 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2000 Peugeot 106 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 999 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 106. 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, 2000 Peugeot 106, 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 (230 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2000 Peugeot 106 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 106 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 87 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2390 mm |