2002 BMW 320 vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
To start off, both 2002 BMW 320 and 2002 Toyota MR2 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota MR2 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2002 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 BMW 320 (210 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2002 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 320 | 2002 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 320 | MR2 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |