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Towing: Tundra vs 4Runner
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Towing: Tundra vs 4Runner
Alright I am new to this forum, but I have been on TTORA for about 2.5-3 yrs and YotaTech for about 5 or so.
I currently have a 98 Tacoma and I have outgrown it. I currently own a weekend business running live sound for band within Southern MD and further out. The trailer I tow is a 5x8 with about 2k LBS of gear (Gross is about 3K). Plus my Tacoma has 182k miles on it. My Tacoma Specs are: 2.7L I4, 5 speed Trans, 4x4, 33x10.5, 2-3? lift, 4:56 gears.
So the two vehicles I am debating between are:
2003-2006 4Runner SR5 V8 (not 3rd row seat one)
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2003-2006 Tundra extended cab, 4x4 and V8
Some times I will be carrying a couple people in the rear seat. I will also be using my new truck/SUV as a daily driver. The rated towing is within 100 lbs of each other.
I used to own a 94 4Runner and I loved it, it was totaled? so I bought a 98 Tacoma and I love it also. So I can?t decide which one to choose.
I currently have a 98 Tacoma and I have outgrown it. I currently own a weekend business running live sound for band within Southern MD and further out. The trailer I tow is a 5x8 with about 2k LBS of gear (Gross is about 3K). Plus my Tacoma has 182k miles on it. My Tacoma Specs are: 2.7L I4, 5 speed Trans, 4x4, 33x10.5, 2-3? lift, 4:56 gears.
So the two vehicles I am debating between are:
2003-2006 4Runner SR5 V8 (not 3rd row seat one)
or
2003-2006 Tundra extended cab, 4x4 and V8
Some times I will be carrying a couple people in the rear seat. I will also be using my new truck/SUV as a daily driver. The rated towing is within 100 lbs of each other.
I used to own a 94 4Runner and I loved it, it was totaled? so I bought a 98 Tacoma and I love it also. So I can?t decide which one to choose.
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You indicated that you may carry people now and then. I personally would get the 4Runner, especially if the rated towing capacity is only 100lbs apart.
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i like the look of the 4runners better, and if the towing capacities are really that close, then i would stick with the runner. the tundras are nice though. i actually woulda thought the tundras could outpull the runner by a bunch.
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Is the Tundra frame different from the 4Runner frame? I would have guessed that the Tundra was more capable of towing than the 4Runner. Are the engines the same in both of them or does the Tundra have more torque? I think they could both pull an enclosed trailer, it just depends on what you put in the trailer that might make a difference. If they're similar, I would get the 4Runner for the passenger room and inside cargo room.
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This is like asking which color is the best Its all a matter of personal preference and needs.
First, the people you sometimes carry: Are they friends, helper, band members or other? If they are important to your weekend job, then I would opt for the 4runner to make sure they are comfortable. If not, perhaps the Tundra would do.
Do you NEED interior/dry/safe/lockable storage? If so, 4runner. But you could always get a shell for the bed of the Tundra. Do you ever need to haul larger items that wont fit in/on the trailer you tow?
Do you have family to haul? Gas mileage will be right around the same, Tundra slightly better. I believe '05+ 4x4 v8 4runners had the option of 5spd Autos.
Price: I am seeing '00-'06 Tundras go for $6K-$20K now . 4th gen 4runners I still see for $15K+.
Ever consider a 2nd gen Tacoma? They have ample room, ample towing capacity and get excellent MPG. My ex-gf has an '06 access cab v6 5spd auto 4x4 and gets 16-18 city and 24 hwy. I see these going for $15K-$25K. You can also get a 6spd manual trans, a nice supercharger and TRD off-road (with rear locker!)
The choice is yours
First, the people you sometimes carry: Are they friends, helper, band members or other? If they are important to your weekend job, then I would opt for the 4runner to make sure they are comfortable. If not, perhaps the Tundra would do.
Do you NEED interior/dry/safe/lockable storage? If so, 4runner. But you could always get a shell for the bed of the Tundra. Do you ever need to haul larger items that wont fit in/on the trailer you tow?
Do you have family to haul? Gas mileage will be right around the same, Tundra slightly better. I believe '05+ 4x4 v8 4runners had the option of 5spd Autos.
Price: I am seeing '00-'06 Tundras go for $6K-$20K now . 4th gen 4runners I still see for $15K+.
Ever consider a 2nd gen Tacoma? They have ample room, ample towing capacity and get excellent MPG. My ex-gf has an '06 access cab v6 5spd auto 4x4 and gets 16-18 city and 24 hwy. I see these going for $15K-$25K. You can also get a 6spd manual trans, a nice supercharger and TRD off-road (with rear locker!)
The choice is yours
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