2012 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1998 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 889 kg more than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Toyota 4Runner | 1998 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | 4Runner | Rasheen |
Year Released | 2012 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2053 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1816 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2440 mm |