2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 8 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 563 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.
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, 2013 Jaguar XK (515 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (225 Nm). This means 2013 Jaguar XK 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 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Mazda | Jaguar |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2752 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
