2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 450 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Silverado | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 108 L |