2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 12 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 28 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.
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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (230 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2012 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Mazda | Dodge |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Charger |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 352 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3053 mm |