2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2010 Lexus SC
To start off, 2010 Lexus SC is newer by 4 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus SC (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus SC weights approximately 686 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, 2010 Lexus SC (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2010 Lexus SC 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. 2010 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2010 Lexus SC | |
Make | Mazda | Lexus |
Model | MX-5 Miata | SC |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |