2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. Both 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2006 Nissan Primera are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (153 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 393 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, 2006 Nissan Primera, 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, 2006 Nissan Primera (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera 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 | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Primera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
