2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero would be higher. At 6,340 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,187 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 1028 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (159 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero weights approximately 95 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,113 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 925 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
Make | Mazda | SSC |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Ultimate Aero |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 6340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 1187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6950 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 1113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 416 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1090 mm |