2005 Toyota MR2 vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 521 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.
Because 2005 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 CC (280 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota MR2 | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | MR2 | CC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
