2008 Mazda DrifterX vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 530 kg more than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda DrifterX | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | DrifterX | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 87 L |
