1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 15 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, 2011 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 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 1410 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
Because 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 120. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | 120 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 51 L |
