2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2005 Saleen S7
To start off, 2005 Saleen S7 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 651 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 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 538 kg more than 2005 Saleen S7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Saleen S7 (949 Nm) has 719 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Saleen S7 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 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saleen |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | S7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2692 mm |
