1998 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2011 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2011 Nissan Navara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Toyota 4Runner. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Navara weights approximately 182 kg more than 1998 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2011 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota 4Runner. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota 4Runner | 2011 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | 4Runner | Navara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
