2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1531 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 Ford E-150 (387 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (161 Nm). This means 2012 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2012 Ford E-150 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 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | MX-5 Miata | E-150 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 387 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 132 L |