2007 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2008 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 258 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.

Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry. 2007 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Toyota 4Runner 2008 Toyota Camry
Make Toyota Toyota
Model 4Runner Camry
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4662 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 415 Nm 214 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.8:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1074 kg 1332 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 87 L 70 L


 

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