2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2004 Peugeot 405
To start off, both 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2004 Peugeot 405 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 405. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 222 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (220 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 405. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2004 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 405 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 925 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
