2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1362 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Ram | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
