2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1464 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2009 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | 118 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 51 L |
