2008 Toyota Yaris vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 829 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (383 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Yaris | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 15310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 87 L |
