2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,855 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (249 HP) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (309 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Boxster |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2855 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 249 HP |
Torque | 171 Nm | 309 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2420 mm |