1997 Mazda MPV vs. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, both 1997 Mazda MPV and 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1128 kg more than 1997 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda MPV | 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MPV | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3400 mm |