2007 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 3 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai ix35. 2007 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai ix35 has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai ix35 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.
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2007 Toyota 4Runner | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | 4Runner | ix35 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1679 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |