2009 Toyota Sienna vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 5 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.

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 4Runner (382 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Toyota Sienna 2004 Toyota 4Runner
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Sienna 4Runner
Year Released 2009 2004
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3455 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 266 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 382 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1935 kg 1956 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption 11.2 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 87 L


 

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