2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 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 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 490 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5324 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 108 L |