2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 10 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, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2010 BMW X3.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | X3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 67 L |
