2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata

To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 576 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
Make Mazda Mazda
Model MX-5 Miata MX-5 Miata
Year Released 2001 2008
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1835 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 155 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 171 Nm 188 Nm
Engine Bore Size 83.1 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.1 mm 83.1 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1671 kg 1095 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1250 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2340 mm


 

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