2003 Ford Model U vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Model U. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Model U would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2003 Ford Model U. (149 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Model U.
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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Model U. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Model U.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Model U | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Model U | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
