2004 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2005 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2005 Toyota Prius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota 4Runner 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 169 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 570 kg more than 2005 Toyota Prius. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota 4Runner | 2005 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | 4Runner | Prius |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 50 L |
