2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1518 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Because 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | Camry |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 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 | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 70 L |
