2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2005 Peugeot 807
To start off, both 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2005 Peugeot 807 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,228 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 807 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 773 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Peugeot 807, 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 Peugeot 807 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 807 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 Peugeot 807 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 807 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |