2011 Dodge Nitro vs. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 707 kg more than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Dodge Nitro | 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Nitro | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 3995 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1791 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2764 mm | 2329 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 48 L |