2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 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 3,375 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 807 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.
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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (244 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Tundra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3270 mm |