2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 3 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 691 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (385 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Navara 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 | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Navara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 385 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |