2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, both 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2008 Toyota Auris were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Auris (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (159 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Auris weights approximately 340 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.
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, 2008 Toyota Auris, 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 Toyota Auris (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Auris 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 | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Auris |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |