2003 Honda Inspire vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Inspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Inspire would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Inspire (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 295 kg more than 2003 Honda Inspire.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Inspire. (288 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Inspire.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Honda Inspire 2005 Toyota 4Runner
Make Honda Toyota
Model Inspire 4Runner
Year Released 2003 2005
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2997 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 246 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 288 Nm 382 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1835 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 87 L


 

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