1996 Toyota Cresta vs. 2004 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2004 Toyota Mark II is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Because 2004 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Cresta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Mark II 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Cresta | 2004 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Cresta | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
