2006 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota 4Runner | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | 4Runner | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
