2005 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 8 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 546 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (201 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | 4Runner | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 59 L |
