2005 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 118 kg more than 2012 Nissan GT-R.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | 4Runner | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 74 L |
