2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 11 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (370 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (244 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | MX-5 Miata | R |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3216 mm |