2006 Lexus SC vs. 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (110 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus SC weights approximately 509 kg more than 1999 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 Lexus SC (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus SC | 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | SC | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4277 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
