2000 BMW 318 vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota MR2 (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 318 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2.
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, 2000 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 318 | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 318 | MR2 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |