Beetle vs MR2
Volkswagen · Toyota
1/4 Mile winner
MR2
Beats the Beetle by 0.06s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the MR2 beats the Beetle by a hair, finishing 0.06 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
158 hp
168 hp
0–100 km/h
7s
6.9s
Top speed
205 km/h
200 km/h
Engine
2.0L Turbo I4
I4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
240 Nm
400 Nm
Price
$20,000
$29,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Beetle
MR2
100 m
6.708s
6.651s
1/8 mile
9.950s
9.885s
1/4 mile
15.036s
14.980s
1 km
27.250s
27.314s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Beetle is $20,000 vs $29,000 for the MR2 — a $9,000 gap. Power: MR2 makes 10 hp more (158 vs 168). Top speed: Beetle runs to 205 km/h, 5 km/h higher than MR2.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Beetle or the MR2?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the MR2 is faster, beating the Beetle by 0.06 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Beetle vs the MR2?
The Beetle hits 100 km/h in 7 seconds, while the MR2 does it in 6.9 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Beetle produces 158 hp; the MR2 produces 168 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Beetle tops out at 205 km/h, and the MR2 reaches 200 km/h.
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