2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (220 Nm). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Acadia | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Acadia | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 48 L |