2000 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2000 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | MR2 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |