2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 10 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, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 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 1195 kg more than 2011 BMW M3.
Because 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW M3. 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | M3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 63 L |
