2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1189 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada 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 | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Armada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 106 L |
