2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 4 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (142 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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 126 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 BMW 330 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2009 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Mazda | BMW |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 330 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6650 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |