2000 Subaru Outback vs. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1360 kg more than 2000 Subaru Outback.
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, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Subaru Outback | 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Outback | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 108 L |