1994 Toyota MR2 vs. 2000 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2000 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota MR2 would be higher. Both 1994 Toyota MR2 and 2000 Toyota RAV4 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Toyota RAV4. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1994 Toyota MR2.
Because 2000 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 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, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota MR2 | 2000 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | MR2 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
