2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 3 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 144 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.
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, 2009 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 370Z 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 | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 370Z |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 72 L |