2009 Nissan Quest vs. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1521 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Because 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (241 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Quest | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 108 L |
