2009 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 4 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (150 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2.
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, 2009 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 325 | MR2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |