2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2007 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 479 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 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2007 Nissan Maxima 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 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2007 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Maxima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1250 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |