2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (225 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mazda | Smart |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 33 L |
