1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 720 kg more than 2001 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2. 1998 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2470 mm |
