1994 GMC Typhoon vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 510 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota RunX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon 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, 1994 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1994 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 GMC Typhoon | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Typhoon | RunX |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
