2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 2,552 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 502 kg more than 2007 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, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2000 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Microbus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |