1992 BMW 545 vs. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1992 BMW 545.
Because 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1992 BMW 545 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 545 | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2290 mm |
