2009 BMW 120 vs. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 84 kg more than 2009 BMW 120.
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, 2009 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 120 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 48 L |