2003 Chevrolet SS vs. 2003 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, both 2003 Chevrolet SS and 2003 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SS (430 HP) has 188 more horse power than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. (242 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SS should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 240 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet SS.
Because 2003 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet SS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Chevrolet SS (583 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SS | 2003 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | SS | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
