2009 Lotus Exige vs. 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 10 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Because 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Exige | 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Exige | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 108 L |
