2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 12 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 955 kg more than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
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 @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 73 L |
