2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2007 Peugeot Boxer

To start off, 2007 Peugeot Boxer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot Boxer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot Boxer (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot Boxer should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

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, 2007 Peugeot Boxer (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot Boxer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2007 Peugeot Boxer
Make Mazda Peugeot
Model MX-5 Miata Boxer
Year Released 2002 2007
Body Type Convertible Panel Van
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1498 cc 2800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 112 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 124 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 80 L