2001 Seat Tango vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Tango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Tango 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 58 more horse power than 2001 Seat Tango. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Tango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 42 kg more than 2001 Seat Tango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota 4Runner. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Tango. (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Tango. 2009 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2001 Seat Tango has manual transmission. 2001 Seat Tango will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Tango | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Tango | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |
