2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1320 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 2013 Nissan Titan 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, 2013 Nissan Titan 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2013 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Titan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 106 L |
