2005 Lada 2123 vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (159 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 2123 weights approximately 171 kg more than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2005 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada 2123 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, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lada 2123 | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Lada | Mazda |
Model | 2123 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |