2004 Lincoln Aviator vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2004 Lincoln Aviator and 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Aviator (302 HP) has 168 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 1117 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lincoln Aviator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Aviator 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 Lincoln Aviator (407 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Aviator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Aviator | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mazda |
| Model | Aviator | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2257 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |
