1995 Toyota MR2 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1995 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota MR2 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | MR2 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
