2001 Toyota MR2 vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 Xedos 9.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota MR2 | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Toyota | Xedos |
| Model | MR2 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
