2007 Maserati GT vs. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 9 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT 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 1260 kg more than 2007 Maserati GT.
Because 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Maserati GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Maserati GT | 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | GT | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 108 L |
