2006 Lexus SC vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 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 110 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus SC weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 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) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (225 Nm). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus SC | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Lexus | Mazda |
Model | SC | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4277 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 48 L |