2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2006 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (139 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 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 565 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero 8 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 | 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1837 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
