2004 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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. Both 2004 Toyota 4Runner and 2005 Toyota Tacoma are equipped with a 3,950 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 245 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (383 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (382 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota 4Runner | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | 4Runner | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 79 L |
