2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Fiat Sedici is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Sedici (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 385 kg more than 2008 Fiat Sedici.
Because 2008 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici 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 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (230 Nm). This means 2008 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Sedici | 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Sedici | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
