2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (140 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (160 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3010 mm |