2001 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (140 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2005 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (160 Nm). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2001 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-150 | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-150 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
