2005 BMW 520 vs. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 is newer by 8 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 520 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2005 BMW 520.
Because 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 520 | 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 520 | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 108 L |
