2004 BMW 745 vs. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 825 kg more than 2004 BMW 745.
Because 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2004 BMW 745 (447 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 745 | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 108 L |
