2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Acadia would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2011 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 2011 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 GMC Acadia | 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Acadia | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2329 mm |