2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 6 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO 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 95 kg more than 2006 Pontiac GTO.
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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (543 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (230 Nm). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO 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 | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | MX-5 Miata | GTO |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 543 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2800 mm |