2009 Dacia Sandero vs. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Dacia Sandero is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1739 kg more than 2009 Dacia Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dacia Sandero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Sandero | 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Dacia | Toyota |
| Model | Sandero | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 108 L |
