2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 364 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (334 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 73 L |
