2006 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1077 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota 4Runner | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | 4Runner | Express |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 117 L |
