1994 Dodge Spirit vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 595 kg more than 1994 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Spirit | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Spirit | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
