2006 Isuzu I-350 vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2006 Isuzu I-350 and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,458 cc, 2006 Isuzu I-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu I-350 (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (159 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu I-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2006 Isuzu I-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu I-350 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 Isuzu I-350 (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu I-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu I-350 | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | I-350 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1999 cc |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
