1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 16 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 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 1300 kg more than 2012 Mazda 5.
Because 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 5. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | 5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 60 L |
