2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 513 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3270 mm |
