2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Bionic Car Concept |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
