2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2013 Nissan GT-R has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | MX-5 Miata | GT-R |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 538 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 628 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3995 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2329 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 74 L |