2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 157 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (230 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2540 mm |
