v6 or v8???

ARK_SWAMP_RIDER · 07-12-2009, 08:23 AM

On the early model 4runners (03-04), which engine is the most reliable? I'm looking at both, but I'm not familiar with either so not sure which is better. What are the pros and cons of each? I like the extra torque on the v8 and the 5 speed tranny, but really don't care for full time 4wd (don't have a reason really, just never had a vehicle with that). I can't remember which is which, but doesn't one use a timing belt and the other a chain? Thanks!

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M1911 · 07-13-2009, 12:52 PM

V8 has a timing belt, but it is not an interference engine. IIRC, the 2003 V6 came with a 4-speed auto transmission. I also think the early V6 had issues with valve noise.

I like my V8. The V6 might get a couple more mpg. I don't know why you don't care for full time 4wd -- it works seamlessly.

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M1911 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 90	V8 has a timing belt, but it is not an interference engine. IIRC, the 2003 V6 came with a 4-speed auto transmission. I also think the early V6 had issues with valve noise. I like my V8. The V6 might get a couple more mpg. I don't know why you don't care for full time 4wd -- it works seamlessly.