2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2003 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1135 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.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2003 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 92 L |