2007 Nissan Note vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Note weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Because 2005 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 2005 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Note, 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, 2005 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Note. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Note | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Note | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 48 L |
