2005 Subaru Traviq vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Traviq is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Traviq. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 241 kg more than 1995 Toyota MR2.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Traviq (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Traviq will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Traviq | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Traviq | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
