2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 840 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 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
