2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 465 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (230 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (220 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Transit Connect | 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Transit Connect | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
