2008 BMW 130 vs. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1475 kg more than 2008 BMW 130.
Because 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 130. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 130 | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 108 L |
