2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 8 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (139 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 211 kg more than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2012 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2012 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1837 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |