2006 Hyundai Tipper vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,607 cc, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tipper weights approximately 205 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata (245 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (167 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tipper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tipper | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Tipper | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 1799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
