2006 Toyota MR2 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2006 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 2006 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo, 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 Toyota MR2 (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota MR2 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | MR2 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
