2004 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 99 kg more than 2012 Ford Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | 4Runner | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |
