2006 Toyota MR2 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 6 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota MR2 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | MR2 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
