2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 900 kg more than 2006 Dodge Sprinter.
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, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Sprinter | 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4164 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 108 L |
