2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 438 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |