2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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 235 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2360 mm |
