2006 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota MR2. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1994 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Accord | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
