2009 Audi S8 vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Audi S8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S8 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 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, 2009 Audi S8 (540 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (245 Nm). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2009 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi S8 | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Audi | Mazda |
Model | S8 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 245 Nm |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |