2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (137 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 654 kg more than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
