2008 Toyota MR2 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2008 Toyota MR2 and 2008 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota MR2 (138 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1134 kg more than 2008 Toyota MR2.
Because 2008 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 2008 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan (201 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota MR2 | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | MR2 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 23.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
