2005 Ford E-250 vs. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 546 kg more than 2005 Ford E-250.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-250. (388 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-250 | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 108 L |
