2008 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1516 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota RAV4 | 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 108 L |
