2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1519 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | Golf |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 55 L |
