2001 Holden GTS vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,144 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2001 Holden GTS (692 Nm) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2001 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden GTS | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | GTS | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4144 cc | 1802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
