2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2001 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 Mazda B4000.
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 B4000 (324 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2001 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 58 L |
