2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (495 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2329 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 142 L | 48 L |
