2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 Toyota Tundra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 49 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2003 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Tundra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 298 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3270 mm |