1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 934 kg more than 2010 Nissan Xterra.
Because 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Xterra. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 80 L |
