2004 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 498 kg more than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Dodge Ram (551 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota 4Runner | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | 4Runner | Ram |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 121 L |
