2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2010 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2010 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep 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, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (225 Nm). This means 2010 Saab 03-Sep 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 | 2010 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4689 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1529 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 62 L |
