2001 Toyota MR2 vs. 2010 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga is newer by 9 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 Ford Kuga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga 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, 2010 Ford Kuga (320 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota MR2 | 2010 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | MR2 | Kuga |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
