2005 Toyota MR2 vs. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 6,340 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,187 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 1049 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero weights approximately 254 kg more than 2005 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, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,113 Nm) has 943 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota MR2 | 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Toyota | SSC |
| Model | MR2 | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 6340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 1187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 1113 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1090 mm |
