2002 Toyota MR2 vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2002 Toyota MR2. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 892 kg more than 2002 Toyota MR2. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2. 2011 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota MR2 | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | MR2 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 106 L |
