2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 507 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
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, 2007 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 108 L |
