2006 Nissan Altima vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Toyota MR2. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 465 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima, 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, 2006 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Altima | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Altima | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 48 L |
