1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 14 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 1016 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| 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 | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 80 L |
