1995 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 18 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1995 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 196 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Because 1995 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota 4Runner | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | 4Runner | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2675 mm |
