2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 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 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 173 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |