2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2004 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (166 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (152 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 213 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2004 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner 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, 2004 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2004 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2004 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Mazda | Mercury |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Mariner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 62 L |