2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1995 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
