2007 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1046 kg more than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
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, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Hardbody | 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Hardbody | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 108 L |
