2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, both 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser and 2004 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1488 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Toyota Volkswagen
Model Mega Cruiser Jetta
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4164 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 153 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 391 Nm 240 Nm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2850 kg 1362 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 2180 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 2290 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3400 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 108 L 55 L


 

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