1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1399 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50.
Because 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (320 Nm). This means 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | V50 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 57 L |
