2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Toyota 4Runner. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 801 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (241 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (225 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 241 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 91 L |