1996 Fiat Tempra vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 980 kg more than 1996 Fiat Tempra. 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 (434 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Tempra. (111 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Tempra.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Fiat Tempra 2005 Toyota 4Runner
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Tempra 4Runner
Year Released 1996 2005
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1372 cc 4671 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 75 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 111 Nm 434 Nm
Engine Bore Size 80.5 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.4 mm 84 mm
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 2010 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 87 L


 

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