1998 Ford Telstar vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1998 Ford Telstar. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 735 kg more than 1998 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Telstar | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Telstar | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
