1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 680 kg more than 2002 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2002 BMW X5 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Mega Cruiser | X5 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4164 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 93 L |