2009 BMW 550 vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 597 kg more than 2006 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2. 2009 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 550 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1792 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
