2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 12 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1659 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (245 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2013 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 544 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3100 mm |