2005 Honda That vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda That. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda That would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda That 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, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda That | 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | That | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 655 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2329 mm |