1991 Renault Express vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Express | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2800 mm |
