1999 Toyota MR2 vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,931 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 447 kg more than 1999 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2. 2004 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota MR2 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | MR2 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3931 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1387 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 61 L |
