2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 19 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Avanza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 91.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
