2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1256 kg more than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Five Hundred | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |