2006 Toyota MR2 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2006 Toyota MR2 and 2006 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 92 kg more than 2006 Toyota MR2.
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, 2006 Toyota Corolla, 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 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota MR2 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | MR2 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1792 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |