2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (164 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 86 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (280 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tacoma | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
