2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 10 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Suburban. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 148 L |
