2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1716 kg more than 2004 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Mustang | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |