2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 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 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 345 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.
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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |