2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 8 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, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 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 1045 kg more than 2011 BMW 335.
Because 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 335. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | 335 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 61 L |
