2006 GMC Yukon vs. 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon 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, 2006 GMC Yukon (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 1995 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Yukon | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
