2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
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 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 12 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Jetta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |