2002 Toyota MR2 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Toyota MR2. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1151 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2. 2012 Chevrolet Express 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. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota MR2 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | MR2 | Express |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 117 L |
