2009 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 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, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2. 2009 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover LR3 | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | LR3 | MR2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |