2004 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 GMC Canyon

To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 558 kg more than 2004 Toyota 4Runner.

Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Toyota 4Runner 2012 GMC Canyon
Make Toyota GMC
Model 4Runner Canyon
Year Released 2004 2012
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3950 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 245 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 382 Nm 259 Nm
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1920 kg 2478 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 87 L 72 L


 

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