2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 771 kg more than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |
