2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3400 mm |
