2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 3 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. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Auris (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (142 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 161 kg more than 2008 Toyota Auris.
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, 2008 Toyota Auris, 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, 2008 Toyota Auris (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Auris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |