2004 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (280 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Tacoma | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Tacoma | Tundra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3376 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 298 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3270 mm |