2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (169 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 825 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 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Hilux |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1250 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |