2000 Ford Artic vs. 1995 Toyota MRJ
To start off, 2000 Ford Artic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota MRJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota MRJ would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Artic (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MRJ. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Artic should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MRJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota MRJ weights approximately 274 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic.
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 Ford Artic (325 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota MRJ. (285 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Artic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota MRJ. 2000 Ford Artic has automatic transmission and 1995 Toyota MRJ has manual transmission. 1995 Toyota MRJ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Artic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 1995 Toyota MRJ | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Artic | MRJ |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
