2007 Ford Territory vs. 1998 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 781 kg more than 1998 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota MR2. 2007 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 1998 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Territory | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
