2007 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Because 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Veracruz | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 108 L |
