2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2010 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2010 Nissan Navara is newer by 9 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Navara weights approximately 977 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 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara 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, 2010 Nissan Navara (403 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (245 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Navara 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 | 2010 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Navara |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 403 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3210 mm |