2004 BMW 116 vs. 2008 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2008 Toyota MR2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 116 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 BMW 116. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 116 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 116. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 116 | 2008 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 116 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
