2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata MazdaSpeed vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata 1.9
To start off, both 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata MazdaSpeed and 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata 1.9 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata 1.9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata MazdaSpeed (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata 1.9. (134 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata MazdaSpeed should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata 1.9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata MazdaSpeed weights approximately 7 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata 1.9. 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata MazdaSpeed (220 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata 1.9. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata MazdaSpeed will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata 1.9.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata MazdaSpeed | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata 1.9 | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | MX-5 Miata | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 169 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |