2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan 1400 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 417 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 1400 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1397 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |