2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (142 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 849 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 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 96 L |