2004 Toyota MR2 vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2004 Toyota MR2. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 851 kg more than 2004 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2. 2010 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota MR2 | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | MR2 | Xterra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |