2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W

To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 6 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

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, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (220 Nm). This means 2010 SsangYong Chairman W 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 2010 SsangYong Chairman W
Make Mazda SsangYong
Model MX-5 Miata Chairman W
Year Released 2004 2010
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1835 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 178 HP 222 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 296 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1895 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1495 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2970 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 8.1 L/100km