2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 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 1164 kg more than 2000 BMW Z9.
Because 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW Z9. 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | Z9 | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3400 mm |
