2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2007 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, both 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2007 Mercury Mountaineer were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2007 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2007 Mercury Mountaineer 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. 2007 Mercury Mountaineer 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. 2007 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2007 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2890 mm |