2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 10 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1630 kg more than 2002 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2012 Nissan NV has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2012 Nissan NV | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | NV |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 6111 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 2131 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3711 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 106 L |