2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (104 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 597 kg more than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Colorado | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 134 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |