2004 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Kia Pride Wagon 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 2030 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Pride Wagon | 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Pride Wagon | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3400 mm |
