2004 Ginetta G34 vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ginetta G34 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2004 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ginetta G34 | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Toyota |
| Model | G34 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1250 mm |
