2011 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 342 kg more than 2012 Dodge Charger.
Because 2011 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Charger. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Charger. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Toyota | Dodge |
Model | 4Runner | Charger |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1885 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |