2006 BMW 525 vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2.
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 BMW 525 (400 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 525 | MR2 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |