2001 Nissan MM vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan MM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan MM would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan MM (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan MM should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2001 Nissan MM has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan MM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan MM | 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | MM | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1530 mm | 2329 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 48 L |
