2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 129 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |