2008 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 685 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota 4Runner | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | 4Runner | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 87 L |