2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II

To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (134 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 485 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

Because 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

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2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata 1999 Nissan Terrano II
Make Mazda Nissan
Model MX-5 Miata Terrano II
Year Released 2004 1999
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1840 cc 2389 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 116 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 169 Nm 197 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 1625 kg
Vehicle Length 3980 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2660 mm