2004 Toyota MR2 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Toyota MR2. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1168 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.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Toyota MR2 | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | MR2 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2881 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |