2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 3 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 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina 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 1186 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Lumina | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 2850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 108 L |
