2004 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 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 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 426 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.
Because 2004 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford F-150. (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | 4Runner | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
