2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, both 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2005 Nissan Terrano were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 803 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (278 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
