2004 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2000 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Toyota RAV4. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 645 kg more than 2000 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota 4Runner | 2000 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | 4Runner | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 57 L |
