2005 Morgan 44 vs. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1870 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Morgan 44. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2005 Morgan 44 has manual transmission. 2005 Morgan 44 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan 44 | 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1790 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 108 L |
