2002 Toyota Tundra vs. 1996 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra is newer by 6 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra.

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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota 4Runner. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota 4Runner.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Toyota Tundra 1996 Toyota 4Runner
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Tundra 4Runner
Year Released 2002 1996
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3400 cc 2982 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 187 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 299 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1850 kg
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1700 mm


 

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