1999 Toyota MR2 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 11 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 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 955 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2. 2010 Chrysler 300 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. 2010 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota MR2 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
| Model | MR2 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 6100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 72 L |
