2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA vs. 2013 Mazda SPEED3
To start off, both 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA and 2013 Mazda SPEED3 were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda SPEED3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda SPEED3 (259 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (165 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda SPEED3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda SPEED3 weights approximately 279 kg more than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda SPEED3, 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, 2013 Mazda SPEED3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda SPEED3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA | 2013 Mazda SPEED3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | MX-5 MIATA | SPEED3 |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 259 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4032 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1255 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
