2005 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1996 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 231 kg more than 1996 Toyota Supra.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Toyota Supra (441 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 1996 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | 4Runner | Supra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1846 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 75 L |
