2005 Toyota MR2 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (150 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 460 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, 2011 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota MR2 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | MR2 | 120 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1792 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 53 L |