2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, both 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2009 Nissan Frontier were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 317 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 Nissan Frontier 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Frontier |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |