1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2006 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2006 Toyota Quantum is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Quantum. (102 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Quantum.
Because 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Quantum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Quantum. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2006 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 70 L |
