2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 8 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 492 kg more than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (161 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |