1995 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 56 kg more than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Because 1995 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1995 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota 4Runner | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | 4Runner | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2911 mm |
