2009 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (235 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 1260 kg more than 2009 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (361 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota 4Runner | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | 4Runner | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 96 L |