2009 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1999 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,728 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 554 more horse power than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 332 kg more than 1999 TVR Speed 12.
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 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. 2009 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1999 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 1999 TVR Speed 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota 4Runner | 1999 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | 4Runner | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 7728 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 57 L |
