2004 Ford E-150 vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 517 kg more than 2001 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-150 | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-150 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2127 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2470 mm |
