1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 1998 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1890 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 1998 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | Polo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2410 mm |
