2004 Nissan Altima vs. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Nissan Altima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1489 kg more than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Because 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Altima | 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Altima | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2505 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1361 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 108 L |
