1997 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2010 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2010 Nissan Tiida is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,980 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota 4Runner (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Tiida. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Tiida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 566 kg more than 2010 Nissan Tiida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Tiida. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Tiida. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota 4Runner | 2010 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | 4Runner | Tiida |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2980 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
