2008 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR2.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota MR2. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota MR2. 2008 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover LR2 | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | LR2 | MR2 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |