1997 Holden Statesman 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 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Statesman weights approximately 168 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Holden Statesman | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Statesman | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
