2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML (187 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1000 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 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | ML |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 95 L |
