2011 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 609 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota 4Runner | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | 4Runner | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3931 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1996 kg | 1387 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1816 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 61 L |
