2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2004 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata (139 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mini Cooper weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (168 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2004 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Cooper |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 149 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |