2009 Nissan Altima vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 4 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 409 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Altima. (350 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Altima | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Altima | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 87 L |