1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,505 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (583 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6505 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2610 mm |