2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 5 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (139 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 455 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Sienna |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1837 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |