2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (139 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 705 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Tundra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1837 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |