2009 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 7 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, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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 1075 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.
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, 2009 BMW 330 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 330 | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 108 L |