2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol

To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (166 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1026 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2005 Nissan Patrol 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. 2005 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2005 Nissan Patrol
Make Mazda Nissan
Model MX-5 Miata Patrol
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 4759 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 166 HP 249 HP
Engine RPM 6700 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3600 RPM
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1329 kg 2355 kg
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2960 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 48 L 135 L


 

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