2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 554 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2855 mm |
