2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 13 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 890 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 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (700 Nm) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (161 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2920 mm |
