2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2004 Subaru G3X
To start off, both 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2004 Subaru G3X were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Subaru G3X. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru G3X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 127 kg more than 2004 Subaru G3X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru G3X 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 Subaru G3X 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (220 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru G3X. (173 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru G3X.
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2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2004 Subaru G3X | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | MX-5 Miata | G3X |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 173 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |