2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1657 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 50 L |
