2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (166 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 852 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 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2008 Nissan Navara 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. 2008 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Navara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |