2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2011 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2011 Pagani Huayra is newer by 7 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 592 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Pagani Huayra weights approximately 240 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, 2011 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (135 Nm). This means 2011 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2011 Pagani Huayra | |
Make | Mazda | Pagani |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Huayra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 700 HP |
Torque | 135 Nm | 740 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 370 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 3.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4605 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2036 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1169 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2795 mm |