1996 Toyota MR2 vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 444 kg more than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Because 2010 Hyundai ix35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix35 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, 2010 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota MR2 | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | MR2 | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
