2006 Toyota MR2 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota MR2 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | MR2 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |