2001 Nissan MM vs. 1996 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2001 Nissan MM is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan MM (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan MM should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Nissan MM.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. (295 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. 2001 Nissan MM has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota 4Runner has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota 4Runner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan MM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan MM | 1996 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | MM | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
