2006 Toyota MR2 vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2. 2010 Ford Explorer 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. 2010 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota MR2 | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | MR2 | Explorer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4912 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |