1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 15 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 337 kg more than 2012 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2012 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2789 mm |