2007 BMW 118 vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 118 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 118 | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 118 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |