Accord vs MR2
Honda · Toyota
1/4 Mile winner
MR2
Beats the Accord by 0.16s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the MR2 beats the Accord comfortably, finishing 0.16 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the MR2 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
192 hp
168 hp
0–100 km/h
7.1s
6.9s
Top speed
201 km/h
200 km/h
Engine
I4
I4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
370 Nm
400 Nm
Price
$29,400
$29,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Accord
MR2
100 m
6.740s
6.651s
1/8 mile
10.005s
9.885s
1/4 mile
15.139s
14.980s
1 km
27.510s
27.314s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: MR2 is $29,000 vs $29,400 for the Accord — a $400 gap. Power: Accord makes 24 hp more (192 vs 168). 0–100 km/h: MR2 is 0.20s quicker (7.1s vs 6.9s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the Accord or the MR2?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the MR2 is faster, beating the Accord by 0.16 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Accord vs the MR2?
The Accord hits 100 km/h in 7.1 seconds, while the MR2 does it in 6.9 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Accord produces 192 hp; the MR2 produces 168 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Accord tops out at 201 km/h, and the MR2 reaches 200 km/h.
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