2009 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 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 335 (407 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 335 | MR2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 48 L |