1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada 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 344 kg more than 2012 Nissan Armada.
Because 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Armada. 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | Armada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 2506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 106 L |
