2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Xterra | 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Xterra | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
