1996 Mitsubishi Challenger vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Challenger | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2789 mm |