1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 13 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS 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 1250 kg more than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
Because 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac BLS. 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS 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 | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | BLS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 58 L |
