2004 Dodge Durango vs. 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (104 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1003 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, 2004 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Durango | 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Durango | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2119 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 50 L |
