2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 709 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2003 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 108 L |
