2006 BMW 118 vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2006 BMW 118 and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (160 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118.
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, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 118 | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 118 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |