2008 BMW X6 vs. 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2008 BMW X6 is newer by 9 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 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 650 kg more than 2008 BMW X6.
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, 2008 BMW X6 (827 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X6 | 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | X6 | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2180 mm |
