2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 108 L |
