2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2004 Honda Pilot
To start off, both 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2004 Honda Pilot were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 33 kg more than 2004 Honda Pilot.
Because 2004 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 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Pilot, 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, 2004 Honda Pilot (328 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2004 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 73 L |
