2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor.
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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Condor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
