2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2008 Toyota Condor
To start off, both 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2008 Toyota Condor were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,986 cc, 2008 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Condor weights approximately 572 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2008 Toyota Condor 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, 2008 Toyota Condor 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, 2008 Toyota Condor (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2008 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Condor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2986 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1712 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
