2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota MR2.
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 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2. 2001 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Toyota Tundra | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Tundra | MR2 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |