2005 Ford GT vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 519 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford GT | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | GT | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 551 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 163 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |