1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2010 BMW 128
To start off, 2010 BMW 128 is newer by 14 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, 2010 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1265 kg more than 2010 BMW 128.
Because 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 128. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2010 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | 128 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 53 L |
