2000 Audi S4 vs. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Audi S4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S4 (250 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1190 kg more than 2000 Audi S4.
Because 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi S4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S4. (350 Nm). This means 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S4 | 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S4 | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 108 L |
