1999 AC Ace vs. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1999 AC Ace is newer by 3 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace 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 1825 kg more than 1999 AC Ace.
Because 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Ace. 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, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Ace | 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Ace | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 108 L |
