2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (164 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (140 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Envoy | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Envoy | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 164 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 140 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |