2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford F-250 (476 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-250 | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2939 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 108 L |
