2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2010 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 435 kg more than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2010 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 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima, 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Altima |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1139 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3995 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2329 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 76 L |