2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 1999 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota 4Runner (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 309 kg more than 2007 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 Toyota 4Runner (290 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Hilux | 1999 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Hilux | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |
