2002 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Durango weights approximately 136 kg more than 2004 Toyota 4Runner.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Dodge Durango (399 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (383 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Durango | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Durango | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
