2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 6 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 765 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 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Panamera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1250 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2920 mm |