2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA
To start off, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 62 kg more than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA.
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 (868 Nm) has 678 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (190 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | MX-5 MIATA |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 868 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4032 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1255 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 48 L |
