2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. 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 39 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1345 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 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 2005 Toyota Avensis. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Avensis | 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 108 L |
