2011 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Camry 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 91 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Camry. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 506 kg more than 2010 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota 4Runner is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Toyota 4Runner. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Camry. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Camry. 2011 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota 4Runner | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | 4Runner | Camry |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1996 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1816 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
