2004 Hummer H2 vs. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Hummer H2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hummer H2 (322 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hummer H2 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1997 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 Hummer H2 (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hummer H2 | 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Hummer | Toyota |
| Model | H2 | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2905 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2020 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 121 L | 108 L |
