2004 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 Ford Shelby GT500
To start off, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 (550 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 187 kg more than 2012 Ford Shelby GT500.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 (691 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | 4Runner | Shelby GT500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1733 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 61 L |
