2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota MR2 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 88 kg more than 2002 Toyota MR2.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V (340 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 2002 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | CR-V | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
