2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2007 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1250 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |