2007 Ford Territory vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Territory would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (166 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 687 kg more than 2008 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2007 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Territory | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 48 L |
