2006 Infiniti FX vs. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX 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 1530 kg more than 2006 Infiniti FX.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Infiniti FX. (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti FX | 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | FX | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 108 L |