2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2004 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Avensis (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 370 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 2009 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 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2004 Toyota Avensis (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2004 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Avensis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |