2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 695 kg more than 2003 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, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am (455 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2001 Pontiac Trans Am | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Trans Am |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 455 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2570 mm |