2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
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 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 748 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (328 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (189 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2005 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Sienna |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 328 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |