2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1279 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada 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 | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Armada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 106 L |
